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Chimi Lhakhang
Chimi Lhakhang
Chimi Lhakhang (Punakha) — the town of Punakha is home to one of the most unusual shrines in Buddhism. Chimi Lhakhang is dedicated to Drukpa Kunley, a tantric Buddhist saint known for his unconventional approach to religion.
Chimi Lhakhang is more than just a village shrine. It’s a fertility pilgrimage site for those wishing to have children. Wooden phalluses are hung outside local homes in an attempt to bless households and promote harmony among family members.